2001 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 1158 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Isuzu KB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Isuzu KB (281 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | KB |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3060 mm |
